Unique Luxury Stays for Weekend Getaways in India

You don’t have to travel abroad to enjoy an exceptional vacation; you can experience it on a weekend trip just a few hours away from your home in India! India is a treasure trove of the world’s most beautiful destinations and staycations, which makes it an excellent choice for weekend getaways.                                                                       

Experience the joy of leaving early for weekends knowing it’s the year, full of long weekends and celebrations. There is so much to witness in India and we all are caught up with busy schedules, but remember love, we have the weekends for it. Take that much-needed break from the bustle of the city because it’s time to unwind and get away.

To make it all happen, Things2do has got you a list of unique getaways in India that you must visit once in a lifetime.

1Taj Corbett Resort & Spa – Uttarakhand

Take a break from the buzz of Delhi and head north, Explore Jim Corbett National Park, away from the crazy traffic and crowded streets and experience peace and tranquillity in nature! Plan a long weekend full of adventure activities and leisure at the five-star hotel near Delhi, that’s just a short 5-hour drive from the city. Stay right in the heart of Corbett Park for an unforgettable stay in comfort and experience luxury as you have never experienced before!

2Cabin by the Ocean – Varkala

Varkala is the skiing of beaches in the south, and this underrated cabin on the cliff in Varkala deserves to be on your weekend plan this year! Visit this gorgeous boutique villa set on a cliff edge overlooking the Arabian Sea in India to be the actual heaven on earth. The pyramid-style cabin by Trip is Life offers an open area, an infinity pool, and the most spectacular view of the Arabian Sea, making it one of India’s most romantic and unique weekend getaway options!

3Machan- Lonavala

Sometimes luxury is just a few hours away, find yourself taking a drive through the beautiful ghats of Maharashtra to visit Machan in Lonavala. 

These cosy and luxurious tree houses overlook the Sahaydri’s, From witnessing beautiful sunsets on your private deck with your loved ones to experiencing a unique luxury experience in Maharashtra, unwind in the beautiful and unique stays that are eco-friendly which lets you enjoy guilt-free! 

So this weekend plan your getaway just a few hours away from home. A few hours away from Mumbai and Pune, Machan gives you a unique weekend getaway experience! Follow @things2doinMumbai & @things2doinPune for more weekend getaway experiences. 

4Camping in Nature – Wayanad

South has a different charm altogether, from beaches to hill stations with acres of beautiful plantations, its ‘god’s own country!’. 

Rediscover yourself in nature at the Zeno Village! Amidst nature, experience a luxurious camping nature at Kandi, Wayanad. A hidden beauty in Kerela that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Take a unique weekend getaway in Wayanad to relieve all your stress and get one with nature, cause you need that break after months of stress! 

5Glamping in Geodesic Domes – Manali

A long weekend is something the doctor ordered this holiday season, We all know Manali is our favourite weekend getaway from Delhi to escape the heat, but what if we tell you, we have a unique experience for you in Manali that makes your weekend even more exciting—plan a unique weekend getaway with your partner to make your occasion even more special, Stay in Geodesic Domes Glamping tents which are perched at a height of over 2600 mt, with a splendid view of Dhauldhar ranges and Manali valley. Imagine snow-capped mountains on one side and an endless valley on the other, and you are right in between them with a hot cuppa enjoying the view. 

6Alsisar Haveli – Jaipur

Fall in love with Rajasthan’s imperial history. Spend your weekend in the hands of royalty, who will treat you with every detail. Away from the hustle and bustle of town, Alsisar Haveli, the heritage hotel, pledges to treat you like a maharaja, with everything available through phone calls. Alsisar takes your breath away with its unique weekend getaway, from the royal design to the authentic Rajasthani food, so what are you waiting for? Plan your weekend in royalty this year! For more weekend ideas don’t forget to follow @things2doinJaipur!

7Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge – Kabini

This weekend getaway in Bengaluru, Experience comfort like never before in Kabini, which is nestled between Bengaluru and Mysore and provides you with the ultimate getaway among its backwaters. Evolve Back’s beautiful pool reserve is set in one of Karnataka’s top wildlife reserves. Kabini is the ideal escape near Bengaluru, with stunning river views and mountains on the opposite side. You’re in for a treat if you want lush greenery and peaceful views. 

Long weekends are the ideal time to unwind from the hustle and bustle of everyday life; Things2do recommends you in planning the most incredible weekend vacations to make every memory treasured; those moments with your loved ones are something you need to recharge and return to work refreshed. Still not convinced, ask yourself— What kind of Traveller are you? And you’d find a weekend getaway that fits your personality! 

by Vruddhi Vora

Writer at Things2do